Buansa, Philippines
Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao · Philippines
Buansa is a large city in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 105,384. Elevation: 318 ft (97 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Buansa
Indanan, officially the Municipality of Indanan, is a municipality in the province of Sulu, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 105,384 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 105,384 |
| Population Density | 3,522 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 318 ft (97 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.0258°, 120.9614° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 73.5 inches (1,866 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Buansa
Buansa is a large city in Philippines (Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao) with a population of 105,384. The city sits at an elevation of 318 feet (97 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Buansa
Buansa has an average annual temperature of 28.1°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (28.8°C), the coldest is Feb (27.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1345 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.7°F |
| 48% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 318 ft (97 m) |
| Area | 29.9 sq mi (77.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,522/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.0258°N, 120.9614°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 7.0 m (23 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1897 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | 7.0 m | 13 | 115 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | Driest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 5.4 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 8.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 6.1 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 5.9 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 8.6 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 6.6 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 4.9 in |
Buansa has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 79°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 73.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.8") and February the driest (3.5").
Museums in Buansa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Museum of the Philippines - Sulu |
Farmers Markets in Buansa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jolo Textile Market | |||||
| Jolo Wet Market |
Airports Near Buansa
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jolo Airport | JOL | Medium Airport |
| Luuk Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Siasi Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Buansa
What is the population of Buansa?
Buansa has a population of 105,384 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 3,522 people per square mile, spread across 29.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Buansa?
Buansa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 73.5 inches.
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